Narrative:The An-2 suffered engine problems shortly after takeoff. The pilot carried out a forced landing close to Osypnoi Bugor village. Both pilots and all 10 parachutists escaped unhurt but the aircraft caught fire and burnt out.

This information is not presented as the Flight Safety Foundation or the Aviation Safety Network’s opinion as to the cause of the accident. It is preliminary and is based on the facts as they are known at this time.